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James' Story

“We can never turn back the pages of time, though we may wish to relive a happy moment, or say goodbye just one last time, we never can, because the sands of time continue to fall, and we can’t turn the hourglass over.”

My Kids and I: Letting Go and Moving On

“Some of us think holding on makes us strong, but sometimes it is letting go.”

~Herman Hesse

You Are Stronger Than You Think

"You are stronger than you think, remember to stand tall.

Every challenge in your life helps you to grow.

Every problem you encounter strengthens your mind and your soul.

Every trouble you overcome increases your understanding of life.

When all your troubles weigh heavily on your shoulders, remember that beneath the burden you can stand tall, because you are never given more than you can handle... and you are stronger than you think."

When I started this blog, I had no expectations at all. What I needed was an outlet... a place of my own where I could freely vent my emotions. Back then, this blog was dark- black, gray and white. Now it's splashed with colors. Exactly two years in existence and the sun continues to shine. To all my blog friends who supported and encouraged me in more ways than one, thank you so much!

Today also marks another anniversary... the day when sunshine walked into my life. A gift of second chance. I am forever grateful! :)

"How can you see into my eyes like open doors?
Leading you down into my core where I've become so numb
Without a soul, my spirit sleeping somewhere cold
Until you find it there and lead it back home..."

The quote on your blog says it all: If God brought you to it, He will see you through it.

Bing, you have been through such incredible pain and yet your shine has not dimmed, it shines bright! I am happy you saw your way through and also that that second chance found you. You so deserve every good thing! Be happy.

Hau`oli Piha Makahiki to your blog my friend. It's one of the bright spots of my day and I'm forever grateful that we have become friends. We can say what we need to and converse and listen. :) It's refreshing to have such a blog to be able to say what you want. Whether we agree or disagree it's all about conversation and friendship and that's what it is all about. I'm sort of confused about your second one. hmmm thinking...thinking....my best guess is the day you and your current honey met :) Beautiful post :)

Beautiful and joyous sentiments; what a strong and wonderful woman you are! To face all challenges with panache and grace. I am happy that color has returned to your life. And think how, all the beauty and color you bring to the lives of others! :-)

jingle, i'd like to thank you for initiating me into poetry... i mean, seriously. i never imagined i would be venturing into something as serious as poetry writing when i started blogging. now i am really enjoying it and loving every moment i create each piece. it is so liberating!

sherry, sometimes it's still a struggle to stay in the light but i think i'm doing ok. poetry is something new to me but i love it. it's helping me in this new leg of the journey. your kind and encouraging words always make me smile. thank you so much!

thom when i first met you through our blogs, i never had an inkling that we would become really good friends here. but since then, you have patiently followed each step of my progress even on those times when i couldn't return the favor. i felt the sincerity of your concern and the warmth of the friendship that you offered. when i learned that you went through the same kind of pain yourself, that's when i realized we are kindred spirits after all.

your friendship means a lot to me, thom. thank you for continuing to support my blog. and yes, your guess is right on target. :)

childofaGodunseen, i reckoned a long time ago that i could choose to be happy or die miserably out of a broken heart. i chose the former. i guess if there's one thing that tragedy teaches you, it is gratitude.

DEar Bing, I am happy that the color returned to your life, because you deserve it and we are blessed b your beautiful words... I wish you joy on this day and love this beautiful, colorful image. The poem speaks so loudly of hope and how it has brought you to this point in your life. And the song...just beautiful. Thank you for sharing such great inspiration for all of us who are blessed to have come upon your blog. Love to you and continued joy in life! :) Heartspell

uncle tree, thank you for stopping by. i got restless in that dark, damp place called loneliness so i set out to find a flicker of light. but then i found out that light never left me. i just had to open my eyes to see.

jamie, such is life i guess. there are ironies and blessings rolled together. endings always bring new beginnings. this time though, i intend to keep the light glowing. thanks for appreciating my post. :)

About Me

On January 25, 2005, I lost my husband. Welcome to my random thoughts about losing James and finding myself again. For in this journey called Life, "there is no such thing as a negative experience... only opportunities to grow."

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Being happy doesn't mean everything's perfect. It means you decide to see beyond the imperfections.

"Count your blessings. Once you realize how valuable you are and how much you have going for you, the smiles will return, the sun will break out, the music will play, and you will finally be able to move forward to the life that God intended for you with grace, strength, courage and confidence." ~ Og Mandino

If I could wish for my life to be perfect, it would be tempting, but I would have to decline, for life would no longer teach me anything.